May 22
38m 16s
Summary:
This episode explores the impact of perfectionism, societal conditioning, and hormonal changes during midlife on women's mental health. Dr. Natalie shares data, personal insights, and practical advice to help women love themselves and navigate this transformative phase with resilience.
Keywords:
midlife, women, perfectionism, mental health, hormonal changes, self-love, resilience, menopause, societal conditioning
Key topics:
Sound bites:
"Relearn who you are and what you want."
"Deserving love even when you screw up."
"You do not have to be good."
Chapters:
00:00 The Burden of Perfectionism in Midlife
03:24 Understanding the Mental Health Crisis for Women
11:29 The Impact of Hormonal Changes and Medical Misunderstandings
28:13 Reclaiming Self-Worth and Breaking Free from Perfectionism
36:18 Introduction and Disclaimer
37:55 Crisis Resources and Support
Resources & Links to Connect with Dr. Natalie:
Learn to Love Your Story Coaching- https://learntoloveyourstory.com
Dr. Natalie’s Counseling Practice - https://nataliemarcounseling.com If you are in MN, book your free 15-minute consultation with Dr. Natalie.
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Resources:
Mary Oliver's Wild Geese Poem - https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/45587/wild-geese
Women's Health Initiative Study - https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/women-s-health-initiative
Understanding Perfectionism in Women - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-moment-youth/201911/the-perfectionism-epidemic
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Information - https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/menopause/in-depth/hormone-therapy/art-20046372
Disclaimer:
The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with Learn To Love Your Story coaching (https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com) and her private practice (https://NatalieMarrCounseling.com), and all affiliate social media entities are educational ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic or coaching services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ CALL 988
Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/ Text HOME to 741741